President’s Colours to Puducherry Police were presented by Amit Shah on August 9, 2026. Know the significance, history, key facts and exam-related current affairs. President’s Colours Conferred on Puducherry Police Union Home Minister Amit Shah presented the prestigious President’s Colours to Puducherry Police on August 9, 2026, recognising the force’s distinguished service, discipline, dedication and…
Bank in a Box UCBs launched by Amit Shah to modernise Urban Cooperative Banks with shared technology, cybersecurity, digital banking and regulatory support. Bank in a Box Initiative to Modernise Urban Cooperative Banking Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah launched ‘Bank in a Box’ and a dedicated Security Operations Centre (SOC) for…
E-Samudra maritime governance platform launched by India to digitise maritime services, improve seafarer welfare, streamline governance and support Maritime India Vision 2030 and Vision 2047. India Launches E-Samudra for Digital Maritime Governance India has taken a significant step towards modernising maritime administration with the launch of E-Samudra, an integrated digital platform designed to bring maritime…
UPI charges for consumers will not apply as P2P payments remain free, while any future MDR may target limited merchant transactions. Know key facts for government exams. UPI Payments to Consumers Will Remain Free The Government of India has clarified that ordinary consumers will not have to pay charges for UPI transactions. The clarification comes…
World Lion Day 2026 highlights lion conservation, Asiatic lion population, threats, Gir landscape, Project Lion and India’s efforts to protect this endangered wildlife species. World Lion Day 2026: Date and Significance World Lion Day is observed every year on 10 August to create awareness about lions, their ecological importance and the conservation challenges facing their…
Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign runs from 9 to 17 August. Know its dates, fifth edition, Vande Mataram anniversary, Suryapath Tiranga and key exam facts. Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 Campaign Begins The Har Ghar Tiranga 2026 campaign is being observed across India from 9 August to 17 August 2026 as part of the country’s Independence…
Operation Safed Sagar Kargil War explains the Indian Air Force’s 1999 air campaign, Mirage 2000 strikes, high-altitude challenges, Operation Vijay and key defence lessons for government exams. Operation Safed Sagar and the Kargil War Operation Safed Sagar was the codename given to the Indian Air Force’s air campaign during the 1999 Kargil War. It was…
Suraj Kumar Chand FISU title marks India’s first men’s singles gold at the FISU World University Squash Championship. Know the final, venue and key facts. Suraj Kumar Chand Creates History in Mumbai Indian squash player Suraj Kumar Chand created history by becoming the first Indian to win the men’s singles gold medal at the FISU…
Ratusinh Na Muvada chess players: Learn how Gujarat’s small village produced 16 FIDE-rated chess players through teacher Sandip Upadhyay’s grassroots initiative. A Small Village Creates a Big Chess Story Ratusinh Na Muvada, a small village in Gujarat’s Mahisagar district, has emerged as an unusual centre of chess talent. With only around 100 families, the village…
FAO Food Price Index July 2026 reached 131.1 points, the highest since January 2023. Know key reasons, commodity-wise changes and exam-relevant facts. Global Food Prices Rise to 131.1 Points The FAO Food Price Index climbed to 131.1 points in July 2026, marking its highest level since January 2023. The index increased by 0.6% from June…
